As the evening winds down, doesn’t a glass of port sound warming? You're in an overstuffed chair, watching the logs in your fireplace burn down to embers. What, you don’t have a fireplace? And no idea where to begin with port? Help is here for the latter question, and the answer is easy on the pocketbook.

Ready to explore the world of port outside of the reserve ruby style? To create excitement and adventure, think about pairing different styles of port with food beyond the usual suspects (chocolate and blue cheese). A pepper-encrusted steak can be a good match, and Hirsh has enjoyed aged tawny ports with game. Don’t forget about white port, either: "Try a dry, white port with a roasted chicken for a really nice surprise!"